Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Mon, 26 May 2025 06:34:31 GMT

Joyfullearningtuition — Mon, 26 May 2025 06:34:31 GMT

Joyful Learning Tuition – English Phonics, Reading & Writing for Young Children (Punggol)

Hi parents!

I’m the founder of Joyful Learning Tuition, based in Punggol (near Kadaloor MRT). I specialise in teaching English phonics, reading, spelling, and writing to young learners in a fun and structured way.

With over 10 years of teaching experience, I’ve helped many children build strong language foundations and grow in confidence. Classes are small, engaging, and aligned with MOE standards.

Location: Punggol (near Kadaloor MRT)
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WhatsApp me at 9129 0481 to find out more or book a trial class!

Looking forward to helping your child grow a love for learning!

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Sun, 11 May 2025 02:25:05 GMT

danieldidio — Sun, 11 May 2025 02:25:05 GMT

@Mummymama 2-year-old lays a critical foundation for early literacy by tuning their ears to letter sounds—a skill far more effective than rote memorization. At this age, children’s brains are wired to absorb language patterns effortlessly, and playful phonics activities (like rhyming games or sound matching) naturally boost speech development, pre-reading skills, and even confidence. While they won’t be reading yet, early exposure helps prevent struggles later by making word decoding intuitive. Think of it as ‘pre-phonics’—setting the stage so learning to read feels like fun, not frustration."

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Wed, 22 Nov 2023 13:40:58 GMT

mommyzhi — Wed, 22 Nov 2023 13:40:58 GMT

liferina\" post_id=\"2121129\" time=\"1697805649\" user_id=\"202866:

This 1000000% true! My kid now in P1 but went to myfirstskool too. Current teacher says he was well-taught basic english and now not having hard time learning P1 English! :rahrah:

Agree so much! My First Skool has ben a game changer for my child’s early education. Their unique approach, focusing on relationships and individuality, has made my child more eager to learn and play. The PETAL method has encouraged my child to think critically and make meaningful discoveries. From language and literacy to social emotional development, I’ve seen tremendous growth in my child. I highly recommend MFS for a holistic learning experience!

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Fri, 20 Oct 2023 12:40:49 GMT

liferina — Fri, 20 Oct 2023 12:40:49 GMT

singlinnn\" post_id=\"2119726\" time=\"1695982711\" user_id=\"202684:

Can check myfirstskool ya. I was amazed how my daughter loves her English classes so much. Not just her classes but her teacher too! Can vouch myfirstskool esp for Reading and Phonics!

This 1000000% true! My kid now in P1 but went to myfirstskool too. Current teacher says he was well-taught basic english and now not having hard time learning P1 English! :rahrah:

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Mon, 19 Jun 2023 06:28:41 GMT

Krismum — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 06:28:41 GMT

Hello parents, anyone sending their children to Mrs Sam at Kovan? A friend of mine shared that it is compulsory to send kids twice weekly if the kid is in their Preparatory classes (learn how to write etc.). Thought it is quite costly and unnecessary to attend a class 2x weekly.

Any one have other recommendations of English school?

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Sun, 19 Feb 2023 22:32:32 GMT

keileo — Sun, 19 Feb 2023 22:32:32 GMT

My child is currently enrolled in I can read for a year +. Do let me know if anyone needs the referral code.

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Tue, 07 Feb 2023 06:37:29 GMT

nurfiza — Tue, 07 Feb 2023 06:37:29 GMT

gooeydarkchocolate\" post_id=\"2057906\" time=\"1644291812\" user_id=\"34970:

I feel like I am promoting my kids' former tuition teachers but they are really good. Don't go to those commercially advertised tuition. I know these tutors personally and they have a personalized touch to teaching. They are located in Tampines St 44. If you are interested, do PM me I will send their contacts to u.

Hi, would it be ok if you can share the tutor you mentioned at Tampines St 44 please? I am looking for Phonics 1-1 coaching for my daughter who is in k1. Thanks

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Wed, 21 Sep 2022 06:23:22 GMT

applesareredd — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 06:23:22 GMT

hi i am thinking of enrolling my son into I Can Read and will decide after the assessment this weekend. Does anyone have a referral/promo code to share?

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Sat, 27 Aug 2022 22:01:31 GMT

Wakwakaeheh — Sat, 27 Aug 2022 22:01:31 GMT

Hi I’m thinking of either I can read or My English school. Which is better?

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Wed, 16 Mar 2022 17:25:19 GMT

EJFJ — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 17:25:19 GMT

Hi all.

Any one heard of Megaphonics at Jurong and Batok?

My wife read good reviews somewhere and I signed my 42MO daughter to their class hoping to pick up some phonics as her pronounciation is not accurate.

They collected 1 month fees and 1 month deposit from me
I then realise that the class is a mixture of age group, with my daughter being the youngest and the oldest at about 6.
My daughter told me after class that she spend most of her time just waiting in the class room not doing anything.

The teacher to student ratio is 1-to-10.

I am abit uncomfortable with the the fact that its a mixture of age group and I feel like my daughter is just wasting the bulk of her time sitting there not learning anything.

This is our first enrichment class for her.
We are totally inexperienced and I am wondering if anyone could advice the next course of action?
I was thinking of letting her finish up the 2 months just to condition her with classroom setting then look for a either a better centre or a 1-to-1 phonics teacher.

TIA!

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Tue, 08 Feb 2022 03:43:32 GMT

gooeydarkchocolate — Tue, 08 Feb 2022 03:43:32 GMT

happydaddy32\" post_id=\"2044434\" time=\"1635755334\" user_id=\"192180:

Hi! My kid is going to K1 soon. His english is pretty bad, listen can understand but not a fond speaker. 1st language is mandarin. I live in Tampines, there is I Can Read, Write Connection and L Central at the interchange area and Zoo Phonics near my house.
May I know what's a good option?

I feel like I am promoting my kids' former tuition teachers but they are really good. Don't go to those commercially advertised tuition. I know these tutors personally and they have a personalized touch to teaching. They are located in Tampines St 44. If you are interested, do PM me I will send their contacts to u.

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Tue, 08 Feb 2022 03:38:46 GMT

gooeydarkchocolate — Tue, 08 Feb 2022 03:38:46 GMT

clioclio\" post_id=\"2042262\" time=\"1634219827\" user_id=\"34384:

Hi any recommendations for K2 English classes? I m more looking at Grammar and simple comprehension etc rather than phonics and learning how to read.
My child is currently enrolled in K1 Learning Point English. Ever since the pandemic, physical classes has started and stopped... and recently pivoted to zoom online. Unfortunately, it is not v ideal, their lesson does not engage the child at all. (For comparison, my child is also having Berries zoom, and the Berries teacher could engage the kids really well)
I am concerned because of the stoppage of lessons due to pandemic, they told me that the current K1 phonics/reading course will only end in March next year(when the child is in K2)

I am disappointed, to say the least about Learning Point online lessons, as their fees are not cheap at all. I used to send my older children to Learning Point and it laid a good Foundation for their grammar in K2. At this current situation, I'm not so confident anymore.

Are there any recommendations for K2 English classes that cover grammar and comprehension or even writing classes?

Hi there! I know two English tuition teachers in Tampines St 44. They are located in the market, I think just above the Toto Pools, and my kids were taught by them. Both teachers taught comprehensively and they are very patient with the kids. They teach Phonics and Lower Primary English. The fees are reasonable too.

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Mon, 01 Nov 2021 08:28:54 GMT

happydaddy32 — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 08:28:54 GMT

Hi! My kid is going to K1 soon. His english is pretty bad, listen can understand but not a fond speaker. 1st language is mandarin. I live in Tampines, there is I Can Read, Write Connection and L Central at the interchange area and Zoo Phonics near my house.

May I know what’s a good option?

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Thu, 14 Oct 2021 13:57:07 GMT

clioclio — Thu, 14 Oct 2021 13:57:07 GMT

Hi any recommendations for K2 English classes? I m more looking at Grammar and simple comprehension etc rather than phonics and learning how to read.

My child is currently enrolled in K1 Learning Point English. Ever since the pandemic, physical classes has started and stopped… and recently pivoted to zoom online. Unfortunately, it is not v ideal, their lesson does not engage the child at all. (For comparison, my child is also having Berries zoom, and the Berries teacher could engage the kids really well)
I am concerned because of the stoppage of lessons due to pandemic, they told me that the current K1 phonics/reading course will only end in March next year(when the child is in K2)

I am disappointed, to say the least about Learning Point online lessons, as their fees are not cheap at all. I used to send my older children to Learning Point and it laid a good Foundation for their grammar in K2. At this current situation, I’m not so confident anymore.

Are there any recommendations for K2 English classes that cover grammar and comprehension or even writing classes?

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Fri, 12 Mar 2021 06:56:09 GMT

Sasawan — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 06:56:09 GMT

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Hello mummies,

I’m looking to enrol my child in I can read Pasir Ris/Tampines branch. But My daughter insists that I’ve to follow her into the classroom, otherwise she’s not going in. I’m thinking is there any other mummy facing similar problem? Are there any mummies out there who are also enrolling their child there so that my girl can make friends with first? I’m thinking she will be more willing to go into the classroom if she has a friend to go with her

we had this problem before my girl turning 3. We insist to try but in the end we gave up and it seems like she is not ready and independent enough for a course without parents accompanying. In the end, we pause her for a year. After that, we went back to the same class/course when she is ready and no more problem. She just walk in by herself without a scene in front of the room. Im not sure how old is your child. You may assess if she is ready. Or else you may try choosing the class that allow parents accompanying.

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Sat, 30 Jan 2021 00:48:14 GMT

rosm — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 00:48:14 GMT

Hello mummies,

I’m looking to enrol my child in I can read Pasir Ris/Tampines branch. But My daughter insists that I’ve to follow her into the classroom, otherwise she’s not going in. I’m thinking is there any other mummy facing similar problem? Are there any mummies out there who are also enrolling their child there so that my girl can make friends with first? I’m thinking she will be more willing to go into the classroom if she has a friend to go with her

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Mon, 04 Jan 2021 01:30:39 GMT

Squeakles — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 01:30:39 GMT

Hi everyone.

Hoping to get some feedback on Icreative. Can I ask what is covered in class at N2 level? Thanks in advance!

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Fri, 25 Dec 2020 17:23:45 GMT

Jomommy — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 17:23:45 GMT

Hi wil this be cheaper than mindchamps

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Tue, 10 Nov 2020 15:15:39 GMT

springin2020 — Tue, 10 Nov 2020 15:15:39 GMT

jennyL\" post_id=\"1990952\" time=\"1597410196\" user_id=\"178697:

Hi! If you are looking for a reading and phonics course for your child, you can try this new centre called Eloquence Academy. Their trainers consists of a mix of MOE English teachers, local radio presenters and speech trainers. They offer a tried and tested pedagogy based on right brain training, phonological awareness journals and broadcast standard enunciation, enabling your child to not only learn how to read quickly but also speak accurately. You can book a free online assessment for your child to find out more.

Do check out this video of one of their youngest students identifying the letter sounds: https://www.facebook.com/104761574651376/posts/130395695421297/?vh=e&d=n

For more info do check out their website here: https://eloquenceacad.wixsite.com/eloquenceacademy

Hi,
May i know where is location? course cost? thx

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Mon, 17 Aug 2020 06:46:04 GMT

Racz — Mon, 17 Aug 2020 06:46:04 GMT

Hi any reviews on MES and LCentral at Woodlands civic Centre? I am looking for English class for 4yo.

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Fri, 14 Aug 2020 13:03:16 GMT

jennyL — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 13:03:16 GMT

Hi! If you are looking for a reading and phonics course for your child, you can try this new centre called Eloquence Academy. Their trainers consists of a mix of MOE English teachers, local radio presenters and speech trainers. They offer a tried and tested pedagogy based on right brain training, phonological awareness journals and broadcast standard enunciation, enabling your child to not only learn how to read quickly but also speak accurately. You can book a free online assessment for your child to find out more.

Do check out this video of one of their youngest students identifying the letter sounds: https://www.facebook.com/104761574651376/posts/130395695421297/?vh=e&d=n

For more info do check out their website here: https://eloquenceacad.wixsite.com/eloquenceacademy

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Wed, 26 Feb 2020 08:06:29 GMT

kboon — Wed, 26 Feb 2020 08:06:29 GMT

Hi,

First time parent and totally new to these enrichment course.
My child is turning 4 this year (attend N2 4hrs class). Looking to enrol her at LCentral or I can Read Tampines this or next year.
Will like to know:
1) any recommendation and why?
2) what do they evaluate during the assessment test?
3) school fees for both
4) any referral code - discount?

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Wed, 05 Feb 2020 15:56:16 GMT

Joanne25 — Wed, 05 Feb 2020 15:56:16 GMT

CathyYu\" post_id=\"1955375\" time=\"1577269564\" user_id=\"182946:

Any feedback about MindChamps Reading Program? I have been trying to search from this thread but it seems that there is only limited post about it. I was looking for a reading enrichment program and MindChamps caught my eyes because of their well-thought plan. I am planning to have my child enrolled to their JoeyProgramme, I think that is for beginners. As what I have read from their website, their method sounds like mimicking what the teacher says. I wish to confirm its effectiveness to the fellow parents here who have chosen MindChamps for their child. Thank you.

My kid attended the reading programme at MC Woodlands and it is a good enrichment programme for a young reader.

Reply to Comparing Pre-school English Reading and Phonics Enrichment on Wed, 25 Dec 2019 10:26:04 GMT

CathyYu — Wed, 25 Dec 2019 10:26:04 GMT

Any feedback about MindChamps Reading Program? I have been trying to search from this thread but it seems that there is only limited post about it. I was looking for a reading enrichment program and MindChamps caught my eyes because of their well-thought plan. I am planning to have my child enrolled to their JoeyProgramme, I think that is for beginners. As what I have read from their website, their method sounds like mimicking what the teacher says. I wish to confirm its effectiveness to the fellow parents here who have chosen MindChamps for their child. Thank you.